The holiday season is here and there are plenty of things to do in the USA. You can enjoy the holiday spirit at the Union Square ice rink, or visit Macy’s ground floor windows. For something a little less traditional, visit Boulder, CO, where Boulder’s Central Park is decorated with 275,000 LED lights. Flagstaff mountain shines with lighted ornaments that have been displayed since 1947.
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Camel by the Sea
For those who love wine and the sea, a trip to Carmel by the Sea is a must. Enjoy holiday traditions such as holiday tree lighting, wine tasting, and beautiful scenery. There are many shops and restaurants in the town, which has a lively Christmas atmosphere. Visitors can also enjoy the nightly Nutcracker performance and cookie and apple cider tasting.
The town is also known for its fairytale-themed cottages. Hugh Comstock, a man from Massachusetts, built one of the first. He built more than 30 of them in his lifetime and had a major influence on the town’s architecture. 21 of these are still standing today. Comstock based his designs on British children’s book illustrator Arthur Rackham’s illustrations.
Asheville
If you love Christmas traditions and are looking for the best places to spend your holiday, Asheville is a great place to go. The town has seven different Christmas light displays, a quaint downtown, and art studios. It is also known as a romantic Christmas town and offers horse-drawn carriage rides. In 2021, the National Gingerbread House Display will take place in the town.
Asheville’s Biltmore Estate has some of the most beautiful Christmas decorations. Conde Nast Traveler ranked it as one of the top places to spend Christmas in America. The Biltmore Estate is a historic Vanderbilt mansion decked out for the holiday season. You can also enjoy the holiday spirit at many art galleries or mini-breweries.
Breckenridge
The winter season is the perfect time to visit Breckenridge, Colorado. The town transforms into a Victorian-style Christmas town with a wide array of holiday activities. Visitors can spend days on the slopes, take in a torchlight parade, or take part in the race between Santa Claus and the elves. The town is also a great place to shop and enjoy holiday treats.
Breckenridge is a great place to have a white Christmas. It has snow-covered mountains, frosty forests, and stunning views. Breckenridge transforms into a glittering snow globe during the holiday season with more than two hundred thousand LED holiday lights. The spectacular displays are not just beautiful, but also a highlight of the town’s holiday season.
McAdenville
McAdenville, North Carolina is a small community that transforms into a winter wonderland in December. It is located just west of Charlotte. The town’s mile-long stretch of holiday lights attracts an estimated 600,000 visitors each year. Starting on the first day of the season, McAdenville holds a tree lighting ceremony and a Yule Log Parade. McAdenville’s Main Street will be decorated with more than 375 Christmas trees from December 1 to December 26.
McAdenville, a small community located just west of Charlotte, is along the South Fork River. The town was once home to the textile industry. Now it is a charming community filled with holiday cheer. Visitors can access the town via three separate entrances during the Christmas season: N.C. 7 from Gastonia, I-85 south and north, and U.S. 74 west of Charlotte. Be aware that traffic can be very heavy during the holiday season, especially weekends.
Jackson, Wyoming
Jackson, Wyoming, is a magical place to go in winter, especially if your are a skier. The town square is decked out in white lights and it feels like a winter wonderland. Jackson is a great place to visit if you’re looking for holiday fun.
This small town is also home to the original Iditarod sled dog company. The tour is managed by a former Iditarod competitor. The Iditarod is an annual 1,000-mile sled dog race, commemorating the role that dogsledding played in the history of Alaska. The trip takes approximately 10 miles, and the finish is followed by a soak at a hot spring.
Jackson, Wyoming is a great place to find beer. The town’s brewpub, the StillWest Brewery, has great views of the town hill. You can enjoy a beer in the ground floor Tap Room or have a meal at the restaurant.
New York City
New York City is a great place to visit during holidays if you want to experience a festive atmosphere. There are plenty of events taking place in the city during this time of year, including ice skating in Central Park, watching the Rockettes perform at Radio City Music Hall, and shopping at Fifth Avenue window displays. Holiday markets can be found in Union Square and Bryant Park. These markets offer great gift buying opportunities.
You can also see dozens of Christmas trees in New York City, which are simply lit and decorated. Another popular place to visit during the holiday season is St John’s Cathedral. The cathedral is large and beautifully decorated, and the Christmas tree is surrounded by Christmas lights. You can also visit the planetarium or take in a Christmas concert at St John’s Cathedral, which is located near 100 Street and Cathedral Parkway. The American Museum of Natural History is worth a visit if you are interested in dinosaurs and fossils. The museum also features an impressive tree with over 800 paper animals. It is open from early December through a few days after Christmas.
Aspen
Aspen’s winter months are magical. There are special activities to enjoy such as ice skating, Christmas concerts, sleigh rides, and the chance to read Santa’s list. There are also many shopping opportunities in this beautiful ski town.
Aspen, located on Colorado’s western slope, is easily accessible. There are daily flights from Denver to Aspen. Aspen is also a popular ski destination during the holiday season. Pittsburgh is another great destination for a white Christmas. The city offers unique Christmas events and festivities, including the “Light Up Night” celebration, which kicks off the holiday season.
The historic downtown of this Colorado town is also well-known for its incredible ski slopes. During the holiday season, you can enjoy a Christmas parade, horse-drawn carriage rides, and even roasting chestnuts over an open fire. This town transforms into a winter wonderland during Christmas, complete with holiday lights, carols, and a host of other festive activities.
Aspen’s town square
Aspen, Colorado is a great place to ski and enjoy holiday traditions. With daily flights from Denver and many other major cities, you can easily make a trip to Aspen during Christmastime. Aspen is also a popular destination during winter months. Pittsburgh has a unique selection of holiday events that will help make the holiday season memorable. The holiday season officially begins in Pittsburgh with “Light Up Night” in Downtown Pittsburgh.
The “12 Days of Aspen” are the last 12 days of December, and the town square is festively decorated. Many events are hosted at the town square during these twelve days, and the Chamber of Commerce posts these events online. These activities include ice skating, visiting Santa Claus, and making s’mores. You can also enjoy the festive atmosphere by participating in art workshops or family-friendly events.
Monument Valley
Make sure you bring your camera to Monument Valley. This landscape is highly photogenic and you’ll want to capture every detail. However, you should remember that the weather can change quickly so you’ll need to bring a waterproof cover for your camera.
Visit Monument Valley during the cooler months for the most beautiful colors. The sunsets here are stunning. The Visitor Center offers a great view of this amazing show. It is open from seven in the morning until 6 p.m. on weekdays from April to September, and from eight in the morning to four in the afternoon from October to March. Visitors are also welcome to explore the park after the park closes for the day. Before you make travel plans, be sure to verify the park’s hours of operation.
Monument Valley experiences light snowfall and cold weather during winter. The weather can be quite pleasant, but you may need a warm coat. The snow will melt in a few days. That makes this the perfect time to visit the area if you’re looking for solitude.
Aspen’s arboretum
Aspen turns into a magical place during the holiday season. The town is lit up by dozens of lights and stringed throughout downtown. The holiday spirit in Aspen is infectious and it will make you feel happy and content.
If you want to experience a more festive atmosphere, try to catch a show at the Wheeler Opera House. This popular theater is known for its holiday-themed performances and films. Some shows include comedy, magic, live music, and even magic. There are also family-friendly shows to enjoy in the theater. Aspen Showtix has the complete holiday schedule.
Ensure You Remember Your Visits
If you’ve visited any of these wonderful places at Christmas or during the holidays, you’ll probably want to make sure the memories are remembered. It’s likely that you’ve taken a huge amount of pictures, but they’ll go into your photos app and you’ll forget about them. If you want to bring them to life and remember them, you should consider getting them made into a Christmas photo album. You can make them into a photo album and gift them to those who traveled with you, or keep it in your photo album collection so you can flick through it whenever you feel like revisiting those memories. Nothing beats the quality of photo paper, and it always looks better than digital photos. There’s something special about being able to look through prized memories in print.